WELCOME

Sharlita Boyd is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and the founder of Crafting Balance, LLC. With nearly a decade of experience, Sharlita is passionate about helping women, young adults, BIPOC individuals, couples, and families find relief, clarity, and direction through personalized mental health care.

Her approach is warm, down-to-earth, and rooted in evidence-based practices. She creates a safe, affirming space where clients can explore who they are, what they need, and how they want to grow—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions, Sharlita meets you where you are with compassion, cultural humility, and respect.

Sharlita provides telehealth services to clients in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and North Carolina, offering flexible, accessible care designed to fit your life.

Outside of the therapy room, she enjoys eco-travel, creative projects, learning new things, and laughing at a good comedy special. She brings the same intention and joy to her personal life as she does to her work—always seeking balance, connection, and meaning.

  • Sharlita Boyd, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, MSW

    Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist

    District of Columbia — #LC200002924

    Maryland — #24956

    North Carolina — #C017459

  • Favorite Therapy Books

    How to Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self — by Dr. Nicole LePera

    The Science of Self-Discipline: The Willpower, Mental Toughness, and Self-Control to Resist Temptation and Achieve Your Goals — by Peter Hollins

    Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents — by Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD

    The 5 Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate— by Gary Chapman

  • Favorite Bonus Reads

    Black Women Die Exhausted: A Black Woman’s Guide to Rest and Resilience — by Dr. Tasha A. Brown

    Stepping Off the Relationship Escalator: Uncommon Love and Life— by Amy Gahran

    Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People — by Mahzarin R. Banaji & Anthony G. Greenwald.

  • Favorite Things

    Puzzles

    Fitness

    Learning new skills

    Cultural + Culinary Experiences

    Travel Experiences

    TED Talks

    Book Clubs